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Living alone should be a joy; with no roommates you only have yourself to please. If you consider living alone an opportunity for self reflection, you will be able to embrace the single life and live happily by yourself. This TabStart page includes many resources that will keep you happy and connected while living alone.
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Happy Living Alone - This article from HappyLivingAlone.com states that happiness is a mindset. You don't have to be in a relationship or married to be happy. Happiness comes from loving yourself. Explore techniques and tips that can help you appreciate and enjoy solitude.
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Secrets to Happiness: Pros and Cons of Living Alone and Single - This concise article lays out the pros and cons of living alone. See if the pros outweigh the cons in your life.
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The Sutra on Knowing the Better Way to Live Alone - This is a transcript of a speech given by a Buddhist Dhamma on finding inner happiness and leading a fulfilled life. This is a very inspirational and informative essay.
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Benefits of Cooking Alone - Some feel that if there is no one else eating, cooking is a waste of time. But, Darya Pino encourages readers to avoide takeout food and to embrace the benefits and joy of cooking alone in this article that is full of helpful tips for bachelorettes and bachelors.
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Meet Up - Meetup has hundreds if not thousands of events and activities in your area. Consider getting together with a MeetUp group that is focused on one of your hobbies. You can make some new friends while you discuss tips and techniques for living alone!
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Facebook - Just because you live alone doesn't mean that you need to lose touch with friends and family. Beyond email and instant messaging, one technique for staying connected is to utilize a social network like Facebook.
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Four Square - Just because you don't have a roommate to inform of where you're going or when you'll be home, you can use FourSquare to let your family and friends know your location so that they can meet up with you.
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Living Alone for Older Women - ThirdAge.com focuses on middle-aged and older women. This section offers tips for living single happily and coping with certain feelings and situations.
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Tip for Seniors Living Alone - This New York Times article looks into new wireless sensors that are allowing many senior to live alone longer.